My name is GAO, Yi. In Chinese, it writes 高 翼 (meaning: high wing). 

I am currently the Director & Professor for the School of Aeronautics at Kent State University. Prior to joining Kent State, I was an Associate Professor in the School of Aviation and Transportation Technology at Purdue University. 

I completed Ph.D. in Technology at Purdue University, specializing in Aviation Management.

My primary research area is Air Transportation. My research  covers the following topics:

• Air Transportation Economics & Operations

• Customer Loyalty Programs & Frequent Flyer Programs

• Aviation Safety

• Aviation Education